Climate Insights for Maymana

Maīmanah, Faryab Province, Afghanistan

Hottest
July
30°C peak
Coldest
January
-6°C low
Wettest
March
107mm rain
Best to Visit
May, June, July
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Maymana is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 459mm of precipitation falls per year. March is the wettest month, receiving around 107mm of rainfall. Maymana is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, June, August. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to -6°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 117cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

-10° 10° 20° 30° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 4° Average: -1° Min: -6° Feb Max: 6° Average: 0° Min: -5° Mar Max: 13° Average: 7° Min: 1° Apr Max: 16° Average: 11° Min: 5° May Max: 23° Average: 17° Min: 10° Jun Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 14° Jul Max: 30° Average: 24° Min: 17° Aug Max: 27° Average: 21° Min: 14° Sep Max: 24° Average: 17° Min: 10° Oct Max: 18° Average: 11° Min: 4° Nov Max: 10° Average: 4° Min: -2° Dec Max: 6° Average: 1° Min: -4°
Max
Average
Min

Maymana has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 36°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -6°C and the daily average is -1°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 12°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 7°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm 125mm 150mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 69mm Snow: 39mm Feb Precipitation: 62mm Snow: 32mm Mar Precipitation: 107mm Snow: 10mm Apr Precipitation: 98mm Snow: 7mm May Precipitation: 41mm Snow: 0mm Jun Precipitation: 5mm Snow: 0mm Jul Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Aug Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Sep Precipitation: 0mm Snow: 0mm Oct Precipitation: 14mm Snow: 0mm Nov Precipitation: 33mm Snow: 12mm Dec Precipitation: 28mm Snow: 17mm
Precipitation
Snow

Maymana is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 459mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 38mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 107mm of rainfall. April and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is September, with just 0mm. That's 106mm less than March, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 117cm accumulating over the season. January typically sees the most snow at around 39cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Maymana is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

3 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Maymana, which began on March 20, 2026. Maymana is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 30°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -6°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 3 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 1 to 23°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 245mm for the season, averaging 82mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 14 to 30°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 6mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from -2 to 24°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 48mm over the season and a monthly average of 16mm. Expect around 13cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from -6 to 6°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 160mm for the season, averaging 53mm per month. Expect around 88cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.

Best Time to Visit

Jan -1°
Feb
Mar
Apr 11°
May 17°
Jun 21°
Jul 24°
Aug 21°
Sep 17°
Oct 11°
Nov
Dec

The best time to visit Maymana is during May, June, July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 9mm per month. By contrast, January can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to -6°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Maymana based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
-6 °C
4 °C
2 km/h
69 mm
39 cm
Feb
-5 °C
6 °C
2 km/h
62 mm
32 cm
Mar
1 °C
13 °C
2 km/h
107 mm
10 cm
Apr
5 °C
16 °C
2 km/h
98 mm
7 cm
May
10 °C
23 °C
2 km/h
41 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
14 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
5 mm
0 cm
Jul
17 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Aug
14 °C
27 °C
2 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Sep
10 °C
24 °C
2 km/h
0 mm
0 cm
Oct
4 °C
18 °C
2 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
Nov
-2 °C
10 °C
2 km/h
33 mm
12 cm
Dec
-4 °C
6 °C
2 km/h
28 mm
17 cm
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